Aaron Essel

Aaron Essel (born 30 July 2005) is a Ghanaian professional footballer who plays as defender for side St Johnstone.

Early life
Essel attended St. John's School, Sekondi where he captained and played for the school's football team leading them to the final of the Western Regional Inter-schools and Colleges Super Zonals Boys Soccer Competition but lost the ultimate to Takoradi Technical Institute via a 6–5 scoreline on penalty shootouts after a goalless draw at the end of extra time.

Career
In March 2021, Essel joined Bechem United during the second round transfer period for the 2020–21 season. On 4 April 2021, he made his debut after playing the full 90 minutes in a 2–0 victory over Liberty Professionals. He played the full 90 minutes in their comfortable 4–0 home victory over rivals Aduana Stars on 18 April 2021.